The nurse is reviewing charts of clients who underwent cesarean births by request in the last two years. The hospital is attempting to decrease costs of maternity care. What findings contribute to increased health care costs in clients undergoing cesarean birth by request?

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Increased abnormal placenta implantation in subsequent pregnancies is a potential complication of cesarean births by request, which can result in increased health care costs due to the need for more frequent monitoring and interventions in subsequent pregnancies.

Answer: C 
 Prolonged anemia requiring blood transfusions every few months can be a complication of cesarean births by request, which can result in increased health care costs due to the need for ongoing medical management and interventions.

Answer: B and D are incorrect choices as they do not contribute to increased health care costs related to cesarean births by request.

The Nurse Is Reviewing Charts of Clients Who Underwent Cesarean